I have severe leg cramps on my left side, from my feet to my hip and suggestions?

Make sure you are drinking plenty of water. Much more than you think you need. That might help over time. Consider the amount of potassium in your diet - it might be a factor. Read about potassium and leg cramps. For some people drinking tonic water at night helps with leg cramps - it has some quinine in it, which in the past was prescribed to treat leg cramps. Talk to your doctor about the cramps, because it could signify something else going on. I used to have severe leg cramps every night. They are completely gone. I have not had one in about six weeks. My doctor and I attribute it to drinking much more water, and getting enough thyroid medication.

Place yourself in a hot water bath for a half hour and slowly massage yourself all the way through for around 15 minutes. This will improve your blood circulation and help loads with the pain.